Were you aware that broken heart syndrome can cause death? I've heard it said a few times, "She/he died of a broken heart." I always thought that was kind of silly. but it can be true. The medical term is stress-induced cardiomyopathy or takotsubo cardiomyopathy. This typically temporary heart condition can be triggered by intense emotional stress, such as the death of a loved one, a divorce, or a shock, according to Dr Alker.
Here is how broken heart syndrome works on the heart. It causes part of the heart to temporarily enlarge and not pump properly. Unlike a typical heart attack, broken heart syndrome is not caused by blocked arteries, but the resulting chest pain, shortness of breath, and irregular heartbeat mimic a heart attack.
The good news is that most people will recover with medical care. However, this condition can be life-threatening so any chest pain should be evaluated by medical personnel.
